NJ GOP chair explains why he wants convicted Dem Bob Menendez to stay in Senate

Category: Politics

New Jersey GOP Chairman Bob Hugin is advocating for Senate Republicans to keep convicted Senator Bob Menendez in office until November to use his conviction as a campaign issue against Democrats. Hugin argues that expelling Menendez would benefit Democrats, particularly by allowing Governor Phil Murphy to appoint an interim senator. Menendez was recently found guilty of bribery, and several Democratic senators are considering expulsion. Former Republican governors urge Murphy to appoint a temporary replacement who won't run in November to ensure a fair election.

Keywords: Bob Menendez, New Jersey GOP, Curtis Bashaw

Source: New York Post

Update At: 7/23/2024

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